Plano, Iowa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Plano, Iowa
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The museum and town hall of Plano, Iowa
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Location of Plano, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Appanoose |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.56 sq mi (1.46 km2) |
| • Land | 0.56 sq mi (1.46 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,034 ft (315 m) |
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| • Total | 59 |
| • Density | 104.98/sq mi (40.53/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
52581
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| Area code(s) | 641 |
| FIPS code | 19-63345 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2396224 |
Plano is a small city located in Appanoose County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, the city had a population of 59 people.
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History of Plano
Plano officially became a city in 1916. Many of the first people who settled here came from a place called Plano, Illinois. That's why they chose the name "Plano" for this new city in Iowa.
The city's town hall building also has a museum. Inside, you can see cool models of parts of the town. These models show how Plano looked a long time ago, in the early 20th century.
Where is Plano Located?
Plano is in the state of Iowa. It covers a total area of about 1.46 square kilometers (0.56 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water within the city limits.
How Many People Live in Plano?
The number of people living in Plano has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at its population history:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1920 | 272 | — |
| 1930 | 153 | −43.8% |
| 1940 | 209 | +36.6% |
| 1950 | 106 | −49.3% |
| 1960 | 87 | −17.9% |
| 1970 | 109 | +25.3% |
| 1980 | 111 | +1.8% |
| 1990 | 75 | −32.4% |
| 2000 | 58 | −22.7% |
| 2010 | 70 | +20.7% |
| 2020 | 59 | −15.7% |
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Plano's Population in 2020
In 2020, there were 59 people living in Plano. These people lived in 25 different homes, and 16 of those homes were families. The city had about 40 people per square kilometer (105 people per square mile).
Most of the people in Plano were White (88.1%). A small number were Black or African American (1.7%), Asian (5.1%), or from two or more races (1.7%). About 5.1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Plano in 2020 was about 55 years old.
- About 20% of residents were under 20 years old.
- About 37% were 65 years old or older.
- The city had a nearly equal number of males (50.8%) and females (49.2%).
Plano's Population in 2010
In 2010, Plano had 70 people living there. They lived in 30 households, with 18 of them being families. The population density was about 125 people per square mile.
Most residents were White (90.0%), with some African American (8.6%) and a small percentage from two or more races (1.4%). About 8.6% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in 2010 was 39.5 years.
- About 27% of residents were under 18.
- About 29% were 65 or older.
- The city had slightly more males (52.9%) than females (47.1%).
Images for kids
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The museum and town hall of Plano, Iowa
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Location of Plano, Iowa
See also
In Spanish: Plano (Iowa) para niños
